Does anyone have experience using expert networks (eg GLG) ?

by an investor from Dartmouth College

4 years ago

I am evaluating an investment in a company that makes access to expert networks more standard and affordable using technology. I am wondering to what extent searchers may be good consumers of expert networks services. 

In any case, I’d love to hear more from you guys on this topic. And any other bright ideas on what is making the search more effective. 

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searcher from University of Toronto

quite expensive, cold calling isn't bad either

3 years ago | like reply | 0 likes

searcher from Harvard University - Harvard Business School

I think access to networks is easy enough, but as everyone points out it's the pricetag. If there's an easier/tech-enabled way to answer the most important question or two with a few responses to take out bias vs a 45+ minute call, that could be interesting. That said, I think people are using this and other platforms to try to get expert advice without paying anything.

3 years ago | like reply | 0 likes

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